Electrical Foreman/Engineer

Clarke Bridges Resourcing; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Clarke Bridges Resourcing is seeking an experienced Electrical Foreman for a significant project in Aberdeen. The role involves supervising the installation and maintenance of electrical systems in plant facilities, coordinating teams of electricians, and ensuring safety compliance.

The ideal candidate will have a BSc in Electrical Engineering or an equivalent qualification, along with supervisory experience and strong leadership skills. This position requires a commitment to maintaining high safety standards and effective teamwork.

Qualifications

• BSc Electrical Engineering or Electrical NVQ.
• Experience in checking drawings, installing and maintaining electro-hydraulic systems.
• Previous supervisory experience required.
• CSCS card needed.
• Strong leadership and conflict management skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise installation and maintenance of electrical systems in the plant.
• Coordinate assigned fitters and electricians.
• Ensure availability of materials, tools, and equipment.
• Supervise assembly and installation on site.
• Contribute to planning and smooth running of electrical department.

Skills

Leadership

Electrical systems maintenance

Problem solving

Team coordination

Education

BSc Electrical Engineering or Electrical NVQ

Tools

Technical drawings

Job description

Our client has unparalleled international experience in infrastructure projects, bridges, highways, tunnels, dams and marine works and has secured a significant award in the Aberdeen area where they are now looking to appoint experienced Electrical Foremen.

Applicants must already live in the Aberdeen area (or be commutable) and/or be willing to relocate permanently.

Purpose of the job

Responsible for the supervision of the installation and maintenance of all electrical systems in the plant and related tunnel facilities to support plant production.

Accountabilities / Key Responsibilities

• Effective deployment and coordination of assigned fitters and electricians.
• Establishment and maintenance of electrical and electronic equipment for all types of plant works.
• Organising plans and schedules of work.
• Ensuring materials, tools and equipment are available for work completion.
• Checking and understanding of technical drawings: electrical and electrohydraulic.
• Identify and resolve failures of electrical systems.
• Supervising the assembly of the plant on site, coordinating the electricians assigned during installation and maintenance of all systems and equipment.
• Supervising the installation and maintenance of all electrical systems in the plant – PLCs, LV, pumping systems, sensors, gas alarm system, radio systems, lighting, electrical supply, etc.
• Supervising the installation and maintenance of all electrical systems at tunnel, shafts and site facilities and equipment – LV, lighting, earthing, plants, pumping systems, communication systems, cranes, conveyor belts, ventilation fans, etc.
• Supporting the good service of the plant systems to achieve the project production goals.
• Actively contribute to the smooth running of the electrical department, collaborate on planning of maintenance works, facilitate information flow and team working.
• Supervision and implementation of electrical distribution systems above and below ground.

Specific Safety Responsibilities

• Encourage operatives to report any near misses, hazards observed and any defects in plant or equipment.
• Address any hazards reported or observed and take defective plant or equipment out of service.
• Ensure that personal protective equipment is provided and used as required by site rules and procedures.
• Maintain a tidy site by arranging for safe storage of materials and equipment and disposal of waste.
• Co‑operate with health and safety advisors in all health and safety matters.
• Set a personal example of safe behaviour.

Experience, Knowledge, Qualifications & Training

• BSc Electrical Engineering or Electrical NVQ.
• Plant experience, specifically in checking drawings, installing and maintaining electro‑hydraulic systems.
• Previous experience in a supervisory role.
• CSCS card.
• Strong leadership qualities, comfortable delegating work, dealing with problems and conflicts and managing a demanding workload.